The Importance of Having a Property Manager Clean and Tidy the Bin Area

The smell is likely to be caused by a rat that has died not their droppings. I have previously found rats dead inside an oh trigger warning gen dead rats insulation in loft spaces and between walls so I suggest having a contractor look there if you're able to If you're unable to find it the smell will eventually go away. Even with another inspection as mentioned above it'll be really difficult to completely eradicate rats from the building due to their territory. Being a naggy landlord will mean your issue gets dealt with quicker so don't hesitate to chase them well I do.